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Recent Obituaries in Oshkosh, WI
Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Oshkosh, WI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.
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Judith E Buschel
Sep 22, 2026
Judith “Judy” E. Buschel passed away on September 22, 2026. She was born on January 28, 1940, in Wisconsin to parents, Ragnar and Emma (Bremer) Johnson. Judy graduated high school in 1958 and went on to receive a certification in teaching, but her passion was always raising her family. She also enjoyed going for motorcycle rides, playing the harmonica and...
Mary Helen Jones
Sep 20, 2026
Mary Helen Jones, 86, passed away on September 20, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. She was born on December 7, 1939, in Racine, WI to parents, Joseph Edward and Alma Veronica (Goebel) Cumicek. Mary married the love of her life, Jack Jones, on October 14, 1961. She worked as a Registered Nurse, as a visiting nurse in Kenosha, WI until her...
Robert James
Sep 20, 2026
Robert “Bobby” James, age 77, passed away with family by his side on September 20, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. He was born on January 5, 1949, to parents, Dennison and Mary Jane (Askinette) Sr., in Keshena, WI.
He graduated from Shawano High School and went on to obtain an associate’s degree as a machinist at the Fox Valley Technical College. He...
Raymond C Rennert Sr.
Sep 15, 2026
Raymond “Ray” Rennert Sr., age 84, passed away on September 15, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. He was born on May 29, 1942, to parents, Laverne and Marcella (nee Lew) Rennert, in Oshkosh, WI. Ray was one of 12 children.
He attended Oshkosh High School. On March 26, 1966, he married the love of his life, Mary Wilson, in Oshkosh, WI. Together,...
Walton Paul Elmer
Sep 14, 2026
Walton “Wally” P. Elmer passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness on September 14, 2026.
In accordance with Wally’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Condolences and sympathies may be directed to the funeral home to be given to family at this time.
Lisa Boyce
Sep 14, 2026
Lisa Marie (Loker) Boyce passed away September 14th, surrounded by her family at home. She was born on July 8, 1961, to Arden and Judith Loker. She married Joel Boyce on September 17, 1982.
Lisa was born hardworking, and no job was ever too tough or too much for her. From sewing overalls at Oshkosh B’Gosh to retiring from Amcor in...
Timothy Dale Gaetzke
Sep 14, 2026
Timothy Dale Gaetzke, age 61, of Oshkosh passed away on Monday September 14, 2026, at home with family by his side. Tim was born on April 15, 1965, in Littlefork, Minnesota to Stanley and Yvonne “Kae” Gaetzke.
Tim graduated at Littlefork – Big Falls High School in 1983. He then went on to Hibbing Technical Institute and got a degree in...
Lori Holzhausen
Sep 12, 2026
Lori (Schroeder) Holzhausen, age 61, of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on September 12, 2026. She was born on December 26, 1964, Lori was a lifelong resident of Oshkosh, a city she loved and called home throughout her life. Lori was a woman of vibrant passions, deep family roots, and unforgettable energy. She appreciated...
Jennifer Scherer
Sep 11, 2026
Jennifer C. Scherer, age 53, entered the heavens on September 11, 2026, after losing her courageous battle with cancer at Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh, surrounded by her loved ones. Jen was strong-willed, fiercely independent and never afraid to speak her mind. She had a sassy spirit, a wonderfully raw sense of humor, and a way of making people laugh....
Carol June Rayson
Sep 9, 2026
Carol J. Rayson, 88, passed away in Oshkosh, WI on September 9, 2026. She was born in West Bend, WI to parents, Warren S. and Isabelle A. (Culver) Frank.
Carol loved to get together with family and friends, she would often be found adventuring outdoors, camping and spending time in nature. She also loved to crochet and knit, and watch sports...
Carola Jean Brunover
Sep 7, 2026
Carola Jean Brunover, 83, passed away on September 7, 2026, she was born on November 13, 1942, to parents Edward and Alice (Schuhart) Butzlaff in Oshkosh, WI.
She married the love of her life, Thomas Brunover on September 4, 1965, and they shared nearly 50 years together before he passed in 2015. She was a devoted wife and mother. She loved...
Laura L Mills
Sep 7, 2026
Laura Lea Mills passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on September 7, 2026, following a short but strong and courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Yuma, Arizona on November 13, 1957, to Lowell and Jeanette Conrad both of whom are preceding her in death. Laura met the love of her life, Alan Mills in San...
Michael S Essick
Sep 5, 2026
Michael “Mike” S. Essick, age 66, passed away with loved ones by his side on September 5, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. He was born on October 14, 1959, to the late Patricia L. (Eichten) Essick and Russell L. Essick Jr., in Chicago, IL.
Right after high school, Mike entered into the United States Air force, proudly serving both active and reserves...
June L Holmqvist
Sep 4, 2026
June L. Holmqvist, age 88, entered into eternal rest peacefully on September 4, 2026, at Courtyard Assisted Living in Oshkosh, WI.
June Johnson was born in Wisconsin Rapids, WI on April 3, 1938. Daughter of Elmer and Claribel (Stafford) Johnson. She graduated from High School in Wisconsin Rapids and earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from Lawrence University in Appleton, WI....
Kelly D. Viertel
Sep 3, 2026
Kelly Viertel, of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, passed away on September 3, 2026, following a massive stroke on September 1. He was born on May 16, 1962, in Berlin, Wisconsin, to Claire and Sally Viertel.
Kelly was never your average person—and honestly, he wouldn’t have wanted to be. He was wonderfully unique, curious, funny, and full of life. For more than 30 years,...
George Henry Lutgen
Aug 30, 2026
George Henry Lutgen, 67, passed away at home surrounded by his family and pets after a brief battle with cancer. George was born in Minneapolis, MN to Henry F. and Edythe M. (Bingham) Lutgen. George was a strong advocate for animal rights and welfare.
He was a loving husband, father and friend. George had a passion for the outdoors and culinary...
Betty Dorow
Aug 29, 2026
Betty Dorow, 81, passed away at her home in Oshkosh on August 29, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born on December 4, 1944, to Laura and Russell Terry in Oshkosh. Betty married Russell Dorow in 1965 and together, they had six children, Laurie Dorow, Michael Dorow, Robert Dorow, Kathy (Mickey) Stalberger, Karen Cantrell (Michael Derleth) and Holly Shapiro....
Thomas Michael Reigh
Aug 27, 2026
Thomas Michael Reigh, age 78, of Oshkosh, WI, passed away peacefully at home on August 27, 2026. He was born on December 11, 1947, in Oshkosh, WI to Homer and Mary Reigh. Thomas graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1966 and attended 2 years of college. He married his high school sweetheart, Grace Rae Wilson of Oshkosh, WI on August...
Gregory Paul Blume
Aug 25, 2026
Gregory “Greg” Paul Blume, 73, passed away on August 25, 2026, in Appleton, WI. He was born on April 15, 1953, in Dubuque, Iowa to LaVerne Irving and Elaine Elvera (Hatzenbuehler) Blume.
Greg held a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. He married Jan Herrity on August 20, 1977, and he held his career as a marriage and family therapist until his...
Edward C Wilcox
Aug 24, 2026
Edward “Eddie” Clarence Wilcox, 79, passed away on August 24, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. He was born on March 6, 1947, to parents, George and Betty Wilcox in Oshkosh, WI. Eddie graduated from Fox Valley Technical College with a certificate as a Diesel Mechanic, working for Ryder Truck Rental and Kimberly Clark. He was also an entrepreneur as well as...
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